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HI HB2
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Greggor Ilagan
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AI Summary
- Extends community protest rights under Hawaii Revised Statutes section 281-39.5 to apply to renewals of liquor licenses, not just new license applications
- Currently, establishments near schools or parks can only have their liquor licenses denied or restricted when initially issued; existing establishments are protected from such protests at renewal
- Allows registered voters within 500 feet of a liquor establishment to protest license renewals after experiencing the actual impacts of the establishment's operations
- Addresses concerns that alcohol-serving patrons leaving establishments can adversely affect neighboring residents and users of nearby public facilities including schools and parks
- Takes effect upon approval and does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that occurred before the effective date
Legislative Description
Relating To Liquor Licenses.
Renewal
Last Action
Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.
12/8/2025
Committee Referrals
Consumer Protection & Commerce1/21/2025
Full Bill Text
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